Joseph Rochefort | |
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| Born | May 12, 1900 Dayton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | July 20, 1976 (aged 76) Torrance, California, U.S. |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1918–1947 1950–1953 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Commands | Station Hypo USS ABSD-2 |
| Battles / wars | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Presidential Medal of Freedom |
Joseph John Rochefort (May 12, 1900[1] – July 20, 1976) was an American naval officer and cryptanalyst. He was a major figure in the United States Navy's cryptographic and intelligence operations from 1925 to 1946, particularly in the Battle of Midway. His contributions and those of his team were pivotal to victory in the Pacific War.
- ^ "Social Security Death Index Search" 10 April 2010